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- Episode 91
Canela López & Tatenda Musapatike
The Conversation - S3 - E91
Insider Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Pride month should return to its activist roots. Tatenda Musapatike on why Facebook is imposing tougher restrictions on politicians.
The Conversation: Season 3 - 101 Episode s
3x41 - JT Wilde
March 16, 2021
JT Wilde speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his involvement with Qanon.
3x42 - Charles Coleman & Lucas Kunce
March 18, 2021
Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what we can expect from the trial of the police officer who is charged with murdering George Floyd. U.S. Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce on why he's running as a progressive populist in Missouri.
3x43 - Larry Lessig
March 22, 2021
Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the importance of the For the People Act.
3x44 - Ken Klippenstein & Irene Jiang
March 23, 2021
Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why people are attacking 5G cell phone towers. Insider Reporter Irene Jiang on if the Atlanta shootings were a hate crime against Asian-Americans, women or both.
3x45 - Dominick Izzo
March 24, 2021
Retired Police Officer Dominick Izzo speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the criminal justice system and Black Lives Matter.
3x46 - Tara Samples & Eddie Kim
March 25, 2021
Akron City Councilwoman Tara Samples speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Nina Turner's campaign for Congress. Mel Features Writer Eddie Kim on the intersection between masculinity and violence.
3x47 - David Johns & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss
March 29, 2021
Author Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why racist extremism is rising in the U.S. Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition David Johns on Dr. Rachel Levine being the first openly transgender person to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
3x48 - David Dayen & Marcia Brown
March 30, 2021
David Dayen and Marcia Brown speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why CNN went after the American Prospect for questioning one of their stories.
3x49 - Park Cannon & Gerald Griggs
March 31, 2021
Georgia State Representative Park Cannon & her attorney Gerald Griggs speak with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about Rep. Cannon's arrest after knocking on the Governor's office door.
3x50 - David Sirota
April 1, 2021
Journalist David Sirota speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the company that killed the minimum wage.
3x51 - Howie Hawkins
April 5, 2021
2020 Green Party Candidate Howie Hawkins speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how current voting rights legislation could affect third party campaigns.
3x52 - Robert Greenwald & Faylita Hicks
April 5, 2021
President of Brave New Films Robert Greenwald speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new documentary Racially Charged: America's Misdemeanor Problem. Activist Faylita Hicks on how bouncing a check changed her life.
3x53 - Krystal Knight & Alex Sammon
April 6, 2021
Democratic Strategist Krystal Knight speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about what it's going to take to make Washington DC a state. American Prospect Writer Alex Sammon on Amazon's the unique ability to shape the lives of Americans.
3x54 - Hal Lambert
April 7, 2021
Hal Lambert speaks with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about if corporate America should stay out of politics.
3x55 - Khalil Gibran Muhammad & Bridget Todd
April 8, 2021
Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about fairness and justice are not really present in America's criminal justice system. Communications Director for Ultraviolet Bridget Todd on how the Georgia voter suppression bill is based on disinformation.
3x56 - Eric Ward & Kevin Chavous
April 12, 2021
Executive Director of Western States Center Eric Ward speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the upcoming White Lives Matter protest at the Ohio Statehouse. Democratic Strategist Kevin Chavous on the latest developments in the trial of the police officer charged with murdering George Floyd.
3x57 - Bryan Lanza
April 13, 2021
Republican Strategist Bryan Lanza speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his time in the Trump administration.
3x58 - Michael Starr Hopkins & Yelena Dzhanova
April 14, 2021
Democratic Strategist Michael Starr Hopkins speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the shooting of Daunte Wright. Business Insider Reporter Yelena on why "accidental discharge" of weapons is not uncommon for police officers.
3x59 - Mary Frances Berry & Abené Clayton
April 15, 2021
Guardian U.S. Reporter Abené Clayton speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about gun violence in America. Professor Mary Frances Berry on the nomination of Kristen Clarke as Assistant Attorney General.
3x60 - Camila DeChalus & Jackie Statum Allen
April 19, 2021
Insider Senior Reporter Camila DeChalus speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how the Biden Administration and Congress are dealing with immigration. Grantmaking Director for the Bush Foundation Jackie Statum Allen on how the Bush Foundation is committed to closing the racial wealth gap.
3x61 - Jamil Jaffer
April 20, 2021
National Security Institute Founder Jamil Jaffer speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the U.S. withdrawing troops from Afghanistan.
3x62 - Trey Radel
April 21, 2021
Radio Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the need for police reform.
3x63 - Jim Freeman & Roshni Nedungadi
April 26, 2021
Director of Social Movement Support Lab Jim Freeman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book Rich Thanks to Racism. Democratic Pollster Roshni Nedungadi on recent polling on discrimination in the AAPI community.
3x64 - Cullen Hoback
April 27, 2021
Filmmaker Cullen Hoback speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new series that investigates the truth behind Qanon, 'Q: Into the Storm'.
3x65 - Scott Yenor
April 28, 2021
Author Scott Yenor speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about feminism vs. traditional marriage.
3x66 - Sydney Ghazarian & Thea Riofrancos
April 29, 2021
DSA Organizers Sydney Ghazarian and Thea Riofrancos speak with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the importance of the pro act.
3x67 - Eliza Orlins & Scott Hechinger
May 3, 2021
Manhattan District Attorney Candidate Eliza Orlins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why she wants to change "prosecutorial industrial complex" in New York City. Lawyer and Activist Scott Hechinger on how his organization, Zealous, is making real change in communities of color.
3x68 - Jon Meacham
May 4, 2021
Author and Podcast Host Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how his new podcast "Fate of Fact" explores the origins of disinformation in U.S. politics.
3x69 - Joe Collins III
May 5, 2021
CA-43 Congressional Candidate Joe Collins III speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he's running against Maxine Waters.
3x70 - Angelo Carusone & Dana Byespeak
May 6, 2021
Media Matters President and CEO Angelo Carusone speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about the decision to keep Trump banned from Facebook. Tax March Campaign Director Dana Bye on the tax changes in President Biden's proposed infrastructure legislation.
3x71 - Kim Snyder, Samantha Fuentes, & Cameron Kasky
May 10, 2021
"Us Kids" stars Samantha Fuentes and Cameron Kasky speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why they continue to advocate for comprehensive gun reform. "Us Kids" Director Kim Snyder speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her new documentary that follows the survivors of the Parkland shooting.
3x72 - Nina Turner & Odessa Kelly
May 11, 2021
OH-11 Congressional Candidate Nina Turner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about some updates from her campaign. Justice Democrat Odessa Kelly on her campaign for Congress.
3x73 - Canela López and Chris Stewart
May 12, 2021
Insider's Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why violence towards transgender people is continuing to increase at an alarming rate. Host of the 8 Black Hands Podcast Chris Stewart on how critical race theory informs life in America.
3x74 - Jennifer Farmer & Steven Reed
May 13, 2021
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how year-round community engagement can help ease tensions between citizens and the police. Nina Turner Campaign Advisor Jennifer Farmer on the recent attack ad that went after Nina Turner.
3x75 - David Hogg & Diallo Brooks
May 17, 2021
Activist David Hogg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the lessons he's learned in starting a social movement after the Parkland shooting. People for the American Way Senior Director Field Mobilization Diallo Brooks on the Department of Justice nomination of Kristen Clarke.
3x76 - Dogan Uygur
May 18, 2021
"The Original Young Turk" Dogan Uygur speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he decided to write a book about his life.
3x77 - Saru Jayaraman & David Tafuri
May 19, 2021
Former Obama Policy Advisor David Tafuri speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the United State's role in ending the violence in Israel and Palestine. One Fair Wage President Saru Jayaraman on how it is still possible that the federal minimum wage for tipped workers is still so low.
3x78 - John Haltiwanger & Andy Norman
May 20, 2021
Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about how Biden's position on Israel is at odds with other Democrats. Author Andy Norman on his book Mental Immunity.
3x79 - Rob Mackey & Erica Smith
May 24, 2021
Intercept Report Rob Mackey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the "Riot Squad" has been reporting on protests. Candidate Erica Smith on her campaign for U.S. Senate.
3x80 - Randi Weingarten & Max Burns
May 25, 2021
Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to go back to in-school learning. Daily Beast Columnist Max Burns on how to solve the problem of conservative democrats standing in the way of progressive legislation.
3x81 - Akilah S. Wallace & Rawn James Jr.
May 26, 2021
Faith in Texas Executive Director Akilah S. Wallace speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the new legislation that will eliminate the need to have a license to carry a gun. Attorney and Author Rawn James Jr on whether or not President Biden should add seats to the U.S. Supreme Court.
3x82 - Dr. Rashad Richey
May 27, 2021
Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the vision for his new show Indisputable.
3x83 - Zakiya Sankara-Jabar & Anneliese Brune
June 2, 2021
Zakiya Sankara-Jabar speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the dangers black student face in America. Writer and Editor Anneliese Bruner looks back at the Tulsa Race Massacre.
3x84 - Mustafa Tameez & Robin Bravender
June 3, 2021
Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how to train cops to change the culture inside police departments. Insider's Robin Bravender on how Trump could run for President and govern from jail.
3x85 - David Fisher & Craig Greiwe
June 7, 2021
Author David Fisher speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why he wanted to write a thriller novel about partisan politics. Craig Greiwe on how Rise Together educates Los Angeles with billboard messages.
3x86 - Gregg Daniel & Lizz Winstead
June 8, 2021
Actor Gregg Daniel speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about inclusion and diversity in acting. Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead on updates on the state of anti-abortion legislation.
3x87 - Ken Klippenstein & Bryan Osorio
June 9, 2021
The Intercept's Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about tax leaks, the press, and the Biden administration handle. CA-21 Congressional Candidate Bryan Osorio on why he's running for Congress.
3x88 - Bo Shuff & Katie Canales
June 10, 2021
Executive Director of DC Vote Bo Shuff speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why DC should become the 51st state. Insider Tech Reporter Katie Canales on why Facebook decided to changes its rules about politicians and world leaders.
3x89 - Nicole Brener-Schmitz & Brianna Westbrook
June 14, 2021
Democratic Strategist Nicole Brener-Schmitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Joe Manchin continues to listen to big donors instead of his constituents. Downballot Progress Senior Advisor Brianna Westbrook on how to hold Kyrsten Sinema accountable.
3x90 - Eric Ward & Tahanie Aboushi
June 15, 2021
Western States Executive Director Eric Ward speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why conservatives losing their minds over critical race theory. Candidate for Manhattan District Attorney Tahanie Aboushi on why she's running to reform how cases are prosecuted and respond to the root causes of crime.
3x91 - Canela López & Tatenda Musapatike
June 16, 2021
Insider Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Pride month should return to its activist roots. Tatenda Musapatike on why Facebook is imposing tougher restrictions on politicians.
3x92 - Rafael Casal, Benjamin Turner, & Laura Packard
June 17, 2021
Health Care Voices Founder Laura Packard speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why Republicans are continuing to attack Obamacare. Rafael Casal and Benjamin Turner on the new series Blindspotting.
3x93 - Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis, Rev. Dr. William Barber, & Larry Lessig
June 21, 2021
Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis and Rev. Dr. William Barber speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the voting rights marches that are happen to call out Joe Manchin and Mitch McConnell. Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig on the current state of voting rights legislation.
3x94 - Jeff Ernsthausen & Amy Vilela
June 22, 2021
NV-1 Congressional Candidate Amy Vilela speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she's challenging the incumbent Democrat in her district. ProPublica Data Reporter Jeff Ernsthausen on leaked IRS records that show how the rich avoid taxes.
3x95 - Elizabeth Hira & Max Burns
June 23, 2021
Brennan Center Spitzer Fellow Elizabeth Hira speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about updates on the status of HR1. Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns on why Mitch McConnell plans to stonewall President Biden's judicial nominees if the Democrats lose the Senate.
3x96 - Joel Burcat & John Bonifaz
June 24, 2021
Author Joel Burcat speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new book Amid Rage. Free Speech for People Founder John Bonifaz on why Merrick Garland is backing Trump-era positions.
3x97 - Kara Eastman & Wisdom Cole
June 29, 2021
Interim National Director for Youth & College Division at the NAACP Wisdom Cole speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how black borrowers are most impacted by student loan debt. We Have the People PAC Founder Kara Eastman on why she started political action committee to support progressive candidates.
3x98 - Peter Coleman & Mike Rothschild
June 30, 2021
Lecturer and Author Peter Coleman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book The Way Out: How to Overcome Toxic Polarization. Mike Rothschild on his new book The Storm Is Upon Us: How Qanon Became a Movement, Cult, and Conspiracy Theory of Everything.
3x99 - Baroness Beeban Kidron & Mia Bloom
July 1, 2021
5Rights Foundation Baroness Beeban Kidron speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how the twisted toy campaign highlights online predatory practices. Author Mia Bloom on her book Pastels and Pedophiles: Inside the Mind of QAnon.
3x100 - Sharon Lerner & Ryan Barber
July 6, 2021
Intercept Investigative Reporter Sharon Lerner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about pesticide companies' toxic influence on the EPA. Justice Correspondent for Insider Ryan Barberon how Trump's Bookkeeper could take him down.
3x101 - Chris Hansen & Anthony L. Fisher
July 7, 2021
Haitian President Jovenel Moïse is assassinated at his home in Port-au-Prince. Australia’s largest city locks down for a third week. Scientists estimate Canada’s latest heat wave caused the deaths of one billion seashore animals. Iceland’s four day work week trial produces successful results. A new book reveals Trump told General John Kelly, “Hitler did a lot of good things.”
3x102 - Pedro Andrade & Varun Nikore
July 8, 2021
Journalist and Host Pedro Andrade speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new Show Unknown Amazon. AAPI Victory Fund President Varun Nikore son Andrew Yang's run for Mayor of New York City.
3x103 - Chris Larson & Jonathan Metzl
July 12, 2021
State Senator Chris Larson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running to for the U.S. Senate. Jonathan Metzl on how gun violence is raging out of control in the U.S.
3x104 - Josh Bernstein
July 13, 2021
TV Talk Show Host Josh Bernstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the 2020 election.
3x105 - JD Scholten & Kimberly Leonard
July 14, 2021
JD Scholten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new PAC ruralvote.org. Kimberly Leonard on why lawmakers are going on privately-funded expensive trips.
3x106 - Amy Wilentz & Sonia Kennebeck
July 15, 2021
Author Amy Wilentz speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why she feels Haiti has been abandoned by the media, the U.S. and the world. Filmmaker Sonia Kennebeck on her new documentary Enemies of the State.
3x107 - Mustafa Tameez & Jamil Jaffer
July 19, 2021
Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if teaching empathy when training police can make a help make communities safer. National Security Institute Executive Director Jamil Jaffer speaks on leaked documents that reveal Russian authorities thought Donald Trump could destabilize the U.S.
3x108 - Jonathan Rapping & B.C. Silver
July 20, 2021
Author Jonathan Rapping speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book Gideon's Promise. ChangeFi CEO B.C. Silver speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how his company is providing financial solutions to underserved communities.
3x109 - Megan Kimble & Shahid Buttar
July 21, 2021
Megan Kimble speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how highway removal affects cities. Nancy Pelosi's Challenger Shahid Buttar on why he's running against the current Speaker of the House again.
3x110 - Charles Coleman Jr., Liam Kerr, & Lauren Harper
July 22, 2021
Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why Texas no longer requires the Ku Klux Klan to be taught as "morally wrong". Liam Kerr and Lauren Harper on how the welcome party encourages Republicans to join with moderate Democrats.
3x111 - Lucas Wentworth & Kristin Urquiza
July 26, 2021
Drug harm reduction advocate Lucas Wentworth speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why the 911 good samaritan low should pass. Marked by Covid Co-founder Kristin Urquiza on how to help people become more informed about COVID-19.
3x112 - Chuck Marino & Laura Packard
July 27, 2021
Chuck Marino speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why so many different kinds of people are now buying guns. Health Care Voices Founder Laura Packard on Big Tech's role in the spread fo covid misinformation.
3x113 - Kenya Evelyn & Kadia Tubman
July 28, 2021
Insider Voices of Color Editor Kenya Evelyn speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what the Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA Championship means to the city and its communities. Insider Senior News Editor Kadia Tubman on why conservative lawmakers are refusing to reimpose mask mandates.
3x114 - Lala Wu & Peter Mougey
July 29, 2021
Sister District Executive Director Lala Wu speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about Democrats fighting for voting rights in Texas. Attorney Peter Mougey on the massive opioid settlement that could help local drug education and treatment programs.
3x115 - Dave Weigel
July 30, 2021
Washington Post reporter Dave Weigel joins Cenk Uygur to discuss the mainstream media's unfair coverage of progressives, including Nina Turner and her congressional campaign.
3x116 - Anthony Fisher & Tom Bowman
August 2, 2021
Insider Politics Columnist Anthony Fisher speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the rise in "Blue Lives Matter" laws across the country that make almost any light offense to a police officer a hate crime. Author Tom Bowman on how the climate crisis could be solved in a very simple way.
3x117 - Peter Montoya & John Haltiwanger
August 3, 2021
Peter Montoya, author of "The Second Civil War", debates Cenk Uygur over political divisiveness, and whether or not both sides could ever get along. Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger discusses the latest updates on the January 6th committee hearings, and the media's obsession with bipartisanship.
3x118 - Chris Stewart, Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson, & Regina Gwynn
August 4, 2021
Chris Stewart, host of the 8 Black Hands podcast, joins to discuss how the anti-CRT will shape schools, communities, and school boards. Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson and Regina Gwynn, co-founders of Black Women Talk Tech, join to highlight the upcoming Roadmap to Billions conference.
3x119 - Aaron Withe & Dave Levinthal
August 5, 2021
David Shuster hosts. Freedom Foundation CEO joins to debate over whether or not schools should impose mask mandates or vaccine requirements. Dave Levinthal, Deputy Washington Bureau Chief for Insider, reveals the lawmakers who are in hot water for unlawful stock trading.
3x120 - Max Burns & Joseph Zeballos-Roig
August 9, 2021
Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns highlights how establishment Democrats are more excited about Obama's upcoming birthday party than passing progressive policies. Insider Economic Policy Reporter Joseph Zeballos-Roig goes over the timeline of the eviction moratorium.
3x121 - Dr. Sweta Chakraborty & Amanda Litman
August 10, 2021
Climate Expert Dr. Sweta Chakraborty breaks down the latest IPCC report on climate change. Run For Something Co-Founder Amanda Litman talks about how her organization supports progressive, first-time political candidates running for office.
3x122 - Aaron Wysocki
August 11, 2021
Ana Kasparian speaks with TYT Content Distribution Director Aaron Wysocki about his firsthand experience at the infamous Woodstock 99 music festival.
3x123 - Aubrey Clayton & David Lindorff
August 12, 2021
David Shuster hosts. Author Aubrey Clayton highlights the problems with modern statistics. Investigative Reporter David Lindorff shares his findings on how close rising sea levels are to coastal landfills, and how water contamination is a real possibility.
3x124 - Kellie Copeland & Emily Jones
August 16, 2021
Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Kellie Copeland; Executive Director of NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio; discusses the threats to Roe v Wade across the United States. Emily Jones, United Methodist Women Executive Director for Racial Justice, breaks down the potential threats students will be facing as they return to in person schooling.
3x125 - John Haltiwanger & Jake Lahut
August 17, 2021
Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger breaks down Biden's speech on America's withdrawl from Afghanistan. Insider Politics Reporter Jake Lahut discusses the potential future of New York politics after Andrew Cuomo.
3x126 - David Feldman
August 18, 2021
Cenk Uygur speaks to comedy writer David Feldman about his career, latest projects, and the end of his relationship with Jimmy Dore.
3x127 - Anna Medaris-Miller & Chuck Rocha
August 19, 2021
David Shuster hosts. Insider's Senior Health Reporter Anna Medaris-Miller discusses the misinformation around pregnant women getting Covid vaccines. Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha breaks down why leaving Afghanistan is a progressive issue.
3x128 - Arash Azizzada & Erica Smith
August 23, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Arash Azizzada from Afghans for a Better Tomorrow lays out what America and NATO allies should do about the refugee crisis in Afghanistan. US Senate candidate Erica Smith discuss her exciting campaign to knock on doors of Trump voters.
3x129 - Camila DeChalus & Richard Ojeda
August 24, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Senior Insider Reporter Camila DeChalus talks about possible ethical concerns from Biden appointees. Former WV State Senator Richard Ojeda returns for a fiery discussion on how the US has handled the crisis in Afghanistan.
3x130 - Stephen Nobel Smith & Getro Elize
August 25, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. WV Can't Wait co-chair Stephen Smith breaks down the key to getting rid of Joe Manchin. CA 36th Assembly District Candidate Getro Elize discusses why his district votes Republican and how he plans to change that.
3x131 - Dr. Jillian Gregg & Hastie Afkhami
August 26, 2021
David Shuster hosts. OSU Instructor Dr. Jillian Gregg reveals details of the 2021 Climate Emergency report. Digital political strategist Hastie Afkhami discusses Twitter allowing the Taliban to stay on their platform.
3x132 - Jay Ponti & Morgan Harper
August 30, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Organizer Jay Ponti gives a hopeful message on the 10th anniversary of Occupy Wall Street. US Senate Candidate Morgan Harper lays out how progressives can win and flip Ohio blue.
3x133 - Michael Starr Hopkins & Andy Hirschfeld
August 31, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Democratic strategist Michael Starr Hopkins breaks down who's to blame for America's poorly planned exit from Afghanistan. Investigative reporter Andy Hirschfeld shares his finding on Rep. Steny Hoyer's major conflicts of interest regarding the eviction moratorium.
3x134 - Dave Levinthal & Natalie Shure
September 1, 2021
Adrienne Lawrence hosts: Deputy Washington Bureau Chief for Insider Dave Levinthal talks about what happens next in Afghanistan after the US' withdrawal. The New Republic columnist Natalie Shure discusses how pro war advocates use feminism as an excuse to stay in Afghanistan.
3x135 - Ricardo Valadez & Sam Levin
September 2, 2021
David Shuster hosts. Private Equity Campaigns Manager for Americans for Financial Reform Ricardo Valadez joins to discuss the path of devastation that private equity causes wherever it goes. Guardian US Correspondent Sam Levin shares his story of a small California town's hunt for a non-existent ""Antifa bus"".
3x136 - Thom Hartmann
September 8, 2021
Cenk Uygur talks with host and author Thom Hartmann on the racist roots of America's healthcare system.
3x137 - Lizz Winstead & Lala Wu
September 9, 2021
Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Daily Show Co-Creator and Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead breaks down the terrifying ramifications of the Texas abortion ban. Sister District Executive Director Lala Wu maps out what led to Texas' abortion ban, and lays out how her organization is working with state legislatures to combat it.
3x138 - Duvalier Malone & Michael Stinziano
September 13, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Author Duvalier Malone joins to discuss a disturbing trend in Louisiana of brutal police violence. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano shares his findings on racial bias in the home appraisal process.
3x139 - Ken Klippenstein & K. Bain
September 14, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. Intercept reporter Ken Klippenstein gives updates on reports of the Taliban seizing biometric equipment and data from the US Military. Community Capacity Development Founder K.Bain shares how his crime intervention program stopped shootings for an entire year.
3x140 - Keith Boykin, Maggie VandenBerghe, & Daniel McCarthy
September 15, 2021
Cenk Uygur hosts. ""Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America"" author Keith Boykin speaks on white fragility in a changing America. Arizona Patriot Party members Maggie VandenBerghe and Daniel McCarthy get into a heated debate with Cenk over vaccine mandates.
3x141 - Tiffany Muller & Angelo Carusone
September 16, 2021
David Shuster hosts. End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller joins to talk about the latest compromise voting rights bill. Media Matters for America President Angelo Carusone talks about how Youtube has left up videos promoting Ivermectin on their website.